Keywords:
Comparative Criminal Law, Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA), Cyber Legal Reform, Cybercrime Law Enforcement, Electronic Information and Transactions Law (UU ITE)Abstract
The rapid advancement of information technology has led to the emergence of cybercrime, a form of crime characterized by its transnational nature, anonymity, and reliance on electronic systems. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of cybercrime law enforcement in Indonesia and the United States using a normative comparative approach. In Indonesia, cybercrime is regulated under the Law on Information and Electronic Transactions (UU ITE), which governs various cyber offenses and their sanctions. However, its enforcement still faces challenges, including unclear legal provisions, limitations in handling electronic evidence, and the limited capacity of law enforcement officials. In contrast, the United States adopts a more specific and technical framework through the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA), supported by integrated law enforcement institutions. This research employs a normative juridical method with a comparative law approach to examine both systems. The findings show that the effectiveness of cybercrime law enforcement is influenced not only by the existence of regulations but also by the clarity of legal norms, institutional strength, and the flexibility of the legal system in responding to technological developments. Therefore, regulatory strengthening and institutional reform are necessary to enhance cyber law enforcement in Indonesia so that it can better adapt to the evolving dynamics of digital crime.
